PLEASE NOTE: MOSS MEDIA was not paid, sponsored, or endorsed by any of the following companies/retailers, nor did I receive a discount on any of these items in exchange for writing a review. All of the items featured have been heavily researched and purchased by me for the purpose of attending San Diego Comic-Con with ease and writing this blog post. The retailers listed are those from which I personally purchased the items, but you can probably find most (if not all) of these items elsewhere.

Bag of Holding - Con-survival Editionby thinkgeek

I absolutely love this bag! It has two main zippered compartments: The larger of the two measures 13.5" x 10" x 3"* and contains five sewn-in pouches. The smaller compartment measures 11" x 9.5"* and contains four sewn-in pouches, plus a clear vinyl pocket (9.75" x 8.5"*). It also has a padded rear compartment (11" x 9"*) and two mesh side pockets.

I am able to fit every item I list on this page with room to spare. To see it in action, take a look at our video!

Compact Travel Blanketby Reliable Outdoor Gear

Several of the items I list here are specifically for waiting in lines (particularly the Next Day Line). I wanted a large blanket that could also fit in my Bag of Holding, which is why I bought this little guy. It measures 75" x 50"* but folds up and fits in a compact storage pouch, measuring 3.95" x 1.38" x 2.75"*.

First Aid KitCase by CAMTOA

It might sound silly, but a first aid kit can be very useful at Comic-Con.

Some of the main supplies I packed in my kit are Band-Aids, Neosporin, Ibuprofen, and Wet Ones.
​FYI: Band-Aids are great for blisters, which you might get from all the walking and standing. Make sure your shoes are comfortable and already "broken-in" to avoid blisters.

Handheld FanBy iEGrow

To help beat the heat, I also decided to invest in a (better) handheld fan. (I purchased a different one last year, but the airstream was too weak.)

This fan is on the larger side, but it does fit in the side pockets of my Bag of Holding. It has a sufficiently strong airstream and a built-in humidifier, so it should definitely come in handy. I also like that the fan is rechargeable, so I won't need to pack any extra batteries.

Inflatable CushionBY Comfort Cushion

When you're in the Next Day Line, you're literally sitting on your bum for HOURS.

Last year, I brought a seat cushion with me, but it was a pain to carry around. I did some more research this year and came up with the idea of bringing an inflatable cushion. It's compact enough to fit in my Bag of Holding, and I think my bum will thank me later.

Insulated Water BottleBy SWIG SAVVY

​With the "double wall" insulation, my water should stay cold for up to 24 hours*. (I used a regular water bottle last year, and my water stayed cold for about 10 minutes...)

It's stainless steel, BPA free, and holds up to 25 oz*. As a bonus, it also comes with three interchangeable caps and a travel pouch. (Although I probably won't need the pouch for Comic-Con, since the bottle fits nicely in the side pockets of my bag.)

PORTABLE Power BankBy Anker

I find it hilarious when I walk into the Ladies' Room, only to find half a dozen girls standing by the outlets, waiting for their phones to charge.

Seriously, if there's one thing you NEED at Comic-Con, it's a portable power bank (a.k.a. eternal battery charger). This model has a capacity of 16000mAh* and can charge an iPhone up to six times*! It also comes with a travel pouch, micro USB cable, and built-in LED flashlight.